Slips Trips And Falls

If you suffered injuries due to a slip, trip and fall accident that took place in a public place (paths and roads, commercial premises, public parks or public buildings), you may be entitled to claim compensation for both physical and mental damages – and also for the financial loss related to the accident.

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistics reveal that slipping and tripping is the most common cause of major injury in UK workplaces. They are often the base of accidents caused by scalding, heavy machinery accidents, and falls from heights.

Liability in a Slip, Trip and Fall Claim

Determining who is at fault in a slip, trip and fall claim is a major factor and it depends on the circumstances of the accident and its location.

Therefore, among the parties at fault can be:

The owner of the premises, if the accident occurs in a hotel, hospital, school or while shopping

The local council, if you slip on a cracked or uneven pavement

Key Evidence

The key evidence you need to back up your allegation includes:

Witness statements

Photos of the hazard that caused the accident

Receipts for out-of-the-pocket expenses related to your injury

Keep evidence of doctors you visited and the prescriptions you received

If you don’t know whether or not you’re eligible to file a claim, schedule a free consultation with our solicitors and we will help you understand your rights and to what extent the party at fault has to cover the compensation you deserve.

Contact our solicitors immediately as there is a time limit to file the claim. If you fail to act within the deadline, you lose your right to claim compensation.

How long do I have to put in a compensation claim?

Usually you have three years to start legal proceedings for personal injury, however in the case of claims related to Asbestos or delayed symptoms f you would have three years from the date the symptoms / causes were identified by a professional.

If in doubt about your right to claim or if a deadline is fast approaching please call us we will be happy to look into your case.